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A JavaScript library for building user interfaces. Flexible, component-based, and focused on the view layer.
A React framework with built-in routing, SSR, SSG, and optimization. Opinionated but powerful.
React
Client-side rendering means slower initial load but fast subsequent navigation. Good for SPAs.
Next.js
SSR/SSG provides faster initial load and better Core Web Vitals. Ideal for content-heavy sites.
React
Requires additional setup for SEO. Need to implement SSR manually or use pre-rendering solutions.
Next.js
SEO-friendly out of the box with SSR/SSG. Search engines can easily crawl and index content.
React
More configuration needed. Choose your own routing, state management, and build tools.
Next.js
Opinionated structure with conventions. File-based routing and built-in optimizations save time.
React
Next.js
At HostSpica, we recommend Next.js for most web projects. The built-in optimizations, excellent SEO, and superior developer experience make it our default choice.
We use plain React for specific scenarios like dashboards, admin panels, or when integrating into existing applications where Next.js would be overkill.
Both are excellent tools. The best choice depends on your specific requirements, team expertise, and project goals.
Our team can help you select the right technology stack for your project.
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